Spring is an exciting time of year for artists and crafters, for so many reasons.
Besides the nicer weather, it’s also the time you get to exhibit your work at area craft fairs and art shows.
This gives you the amazing opportunity to interact with other artists, as well as potential customers.
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A home and garden show is a venue for industry vendors to display products to their customers. Whether they’re interested in installing a pool, replacing some windows, putting in a generator, or just about any other home improvement you could think of, visitors can find a wide variety of materials and appliances for their needs. You can find a home and garden festival in just about any part of the country. Some of the most popular of these shows include the Denver Home and Garden Show, the Colorado Home and Garden Show, and the Cleveland Home and Garden Show. Are you thinking of working as a vendor at a home and garden show? There are many benefits. Here are a few.
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Postponed from its traditional February date due to Covid-19 restrictions, this time-honored event is back, bigger and better than ever.  Best of all, the Florida State Fair 2021 truly has something for everyone, whether it’s unique and delicious fair food, the thrilling rides, or one of the most entertaining music festivals in Florida. Here’s what you can expect from the Florida State Fair 2021. |
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While many small farmers markets allow for homegrown products only, some larger markets also permit local craftspeople to participate. In fact, most popular farmers markets offer holiday markets specific to offering folks the chance to buy and sell local arts and crafts! On one side, people say that crafters may not earn enough to make it worth their time. |
Are you ready to give up on email marketing? We hear you. If you’re like most of us, you probably feel like you’ve tried everything to no avail. You’ve tried sending out emails every other day. Once a week. Once a month. You’ve tried crafting content that’s humorous, informative, and relatable. You’ve tried long messages and brief ones. |
The COVID-19 pandemic has made an undeniable impact on the ability for others to gather and perform, making it more difficult for both artists and lovers of the arts to enjoy their passion. The good news? The development of multiple vaccines and their speedy distribution is making it so that many states feel safe gradually opening back up and inviting the public to return to some semblance of a normal day-to-day experience as we attempt to recover over time.
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“We are overjoyed by the result and can't wait to give every member of our community the experience that they've been craving for over a year,” said David Oehm, CEO of Life is Beautiful. |
Right now, outdoor fairs and festivals can be held at 50% capacity with no cap on attendance, but everyone there has to be six feet apart. “We literally cheered in my office when we heard the governor said Phase 3,” Jefferson Parish District 5 Councilmember Jennifer Van Vrancken said. |
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1. Use Social Media Judiciously People expect to be able to find your art online and learn more about you there. That's not a bad thing, but you want to be judicious. Don't make the mistake of trying to cater to every single platform out there. If you aren't careful you'll wind up with a full-time social media job and you won't have time for creating art! |
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Please Bookmark and share our COVID-19 STATE-BY-STATE Guide about Mask Mandates & Mass Gathering Info. This information can also be found on every state page; search for events in your state. Helpful Resources to our Community: EVENT CANCELLATIONS: https://festivalnet.com/covid19-event-changes.html EVENT UPDATES: https://festivalnet.com/recent_updates.html VIRTUAL EVENTS: https://festivalnet.com/virtual-shows A Few Helpful Articles 5 Ways to Engage Virtual Customers
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The Empire State has a huge number of events taking place that might have slipped under your radar. Some of these are incredibly popular in the region but don’t find a place on the map. Here’s a compilation of some music festivals in NY that should be on the list of music lovers, artists, and others looking to have a great time in general: NYACK SPRING STREET FESTIVALThe Nyack Spring Street Festival is a popular music festival that brings several other activities to a close due to its sheer size, with up to 30,000 people in attendance at the event. |
Making it big as a musician can be difficult, regardless of how talented you are. There’s a sea of competition, but by playing your cards right, you can reach the stars like others before you. Whether you’re looking for your first big break or looking to continue a hot streak, we’ve got just the advice for you. Using Social Media Wisely The biggest problem with social media is also its most tempting fact; almost everyone’s on it. This means that like you, there are countless other hopeful musicians jamming their hearts out to make it big. With talent and luck, several artists like Justin Bieber and Shawn Mendes have harnessed the power of social media and skyrocketed to fame. |
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It’s every musician’s dream come true: having the opportunity to make money doing what he or she loves. A day of strumming your guitar or singing? That beats going to the office any day. But nowadays, when live concerts are starting to feel strangely like the ancient past and the distant future at the same time, making money from your music is more challenging than ever. But... not impossible. Here are some creative ways to make money with your music from home. |
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Be sure to subscribe to his channel & check out his FREE mini guide on How to Book Gigs. Enjoy this video tutorial! Tim also made us this video on LIVE STREAMING last year when we we all in lock down. Be to check that one out too! If you are not doing events, be sure to check out these resources too! How to Reach More People as an Up-and-Coming MusicianHow to Make Money With your Music from Home Leveraging Your Skills When you Can't Play Live Complete Guide to Live Streaming |
This past year has been a year of transition for me. As it turns out, the older I get the harder it is to operate a high capacity tent operation at large events! So, last spring I made the decision to ground my tent/deep fry operation and instead spend the season doing small local events with a new custom built trailer and a new menu. Unlike the tent/deep fry operation that took many hours to set-up, this little trailer is easy to tow and can be ready to serve in less than an hour. The question was: would it make enough money? |
This past year has been tough on everyone, but it brings a unique sense of loss to those of us who love music festivals. Well-known festivals like Ultra Music Festival, Rolling Loud, Coachella, and Lollapalooza Festival have become part of our culture. And smaller festivals are gathering places on a spiritual level for music fans who share a love of live music.
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I for one will be checking out this virtual event from the depths of my comfy couch this winter. I have always wanted to go to a Medieval Festival, and while online events are not supposed to really replace the real thing, they do keep the spirit alive! And that is what it's been about these last hard months with a pandemic underway. Reminding each other we will be back together soon! "...Guests can safely shop the medieval marketplace, watch performances and demonstrations, play along in the interactive quest, and engage with characters during live shows." Where and When: January 30-31 & February 6-7: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Merchant Marketplace and pre-recorded demonstrations and performances are available any day January 30-February 7. Live demonstrations and performances are only available on scheduled days. Admission Prices: This virtual event is free for all to attend. Bookmark the FestivalNet event page and mark your calendar! https://festivalnet.com/12141/Gainesville-Florida/Renaissance-Medieval-Pirate-Fairs/Hoggetowne-at-Home-A-Virtual-Medieval-Experience |
It’s been a long time since we welcomed hordes of people to our tents at festivals & craft shows. In the time since Covid-19 burst on the scene, many things have changed. We’re a lot more cautious now, as well we should be. And the thought of facing all those large groups of people again is exhilarating, but scary, too. Encourage the use of face masks. Wear a mask yourself, and insist that anyone working your booth with you do the same. Make sure that anyone who works with you understands the proper wearing, removal, and care of masks. Do what you can leading up to the event to notify your public that masks will be required in your tent, so that they won’t be taken by surprise. The CDC recommends that masks are your best protection in large crowds where social distancing might not be possible. Physical markers can serve to remind people to remain six feet apart. Space out any chairs for sitting, and put tape on the ground to show people where to stand when they’re viewing your exhibit or waiting in line. You can also use tape to indicate where the entrance and exit is to reduce overcrowding in these areas. Put up signs in visible locations to remind visitors about social distancing, handwashing, and masks. You might even consider putting up signs in large print or Braille so everyone can read them. Do what you can to encourage your visitors to wash their hands as frequently as possible. If it’s not possible for them to readily access a sink with soap and water for handwashing, make hand sanitizer available to them. Anyone who collects tickets or picks up garbage should wash their hands afterwards with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If you need to use hand sanitizer instead, just make sure that it’s at least 60% alcohol and you rub your hands dry afterward. Outdoor craft shows are less risky, because air is constantly moving, dispersing the airborne droplets that spread the virus. If you’re indoors, make sure the space has adequate ventilation. Outdoor air should be circulated as much as possible. If you’re using a fan, just make sure that it doesn’t blow directly from one person to another, as this can spread viruses. If you’re in a tent, put all the sides up if weather permits to maximize airflow. Not only does this cut out the danger and inconvenience of handling cash, but it makes transactions quicker and lines shorter. And the encryption technology helps protect you from fraud. Check out Square or PayPal for contact-free payment options. You will find that most of your customers will be relieved to have this option for payment. Increasingly, consumers are rebelling against the idea of carrying cash around.
It’s a personal decision as to whether you’re ready to take on the craft show scene again. But rest assured that taking a few precautions can go a long way towards keeping you safe. |
